Questo scrigno
This chest
Language note: 'Scrigno' refers to a literal or metaphorical box of wonders.
Culture note: Italians often speak metaphorically in romance, like referring to a heart as a 'scrigno'.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
Questo
[kwes-toh]
This
Used to indicate a specific thing close to the speaker.
Questo è il mio preferito.
This is my favorite.
scrigno
[skree-nyoh]
chest
A large box or container used for storage.
Lo scrigno contiene molti gioielli.
The chest contains many jewels.
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